Tama Lakes
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Still one of our favourite North Island walks!
📍Tama Lakes, via Taranaki Falls Loop, National Park

Highlights include waterfalls, tussock and alpine shrub, beech forest, impressive lakes and epic views of Mt Ruapehu and Mt Ngauruhoe.

🕥 5-6hrs return
👣 Flat for alot of the way
💩 Toilet half way!
⛰️ The last part up to the lakes viewpoint is steep & rocky
⚠️ Important: Take clothing for both weather temps, enough water & food, good shoes.

💎 We loved starting the walk at 4am, there's something magical about walking in the moonlight! Also alot less people 😅 we stayed at the @skotelalpineresort as it's right on the tracks doorstep and made for a memorable weekend trip with the crew! (book your accomodation in advance).

5 h 30 min

All ages

All seasons

Free

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